1997 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1997 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. (114 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 90 kg more than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Jeep Cherokee will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass (381 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. (283 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Jeep Cherokee | 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Jeep | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Cherokee | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2960 mm |
